2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1989 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Vauxhall Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Vauxhall Belmont would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1989 Vauxhall Belmont. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1989 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 410 kg more than 1989 Vauxhall Belmont. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Vauxhall Belmont, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (544 Nm) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Vauxhall Belmont. (105 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Vauxhall Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 1989 Vauxhall Belmont | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corvette | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 544 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2530 mm |
